Publication date: 12 January 2026
Last updated: 18 August 2026
The 5 Best Museums in Amsterdam: Discover Art, Science and the City
Amsterdam is a true museum city. From famous Dutch paintings and street art to science and the history of Amsterdam’s canals, there is something for everyone to discover.
Are you spending a weekend in Amsterdam and wondering which museums you shouldn’t miss? In this article, we have listed five fun and unique museums in Amsterdam. Perfect for a day out, a weekend getaway or a city trip from Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Centre or Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Landmark.
Rijksmuseum
We’ll start with a classic that simply cannot be missed. The Rijksmuseum is the perfect place to discover Dutch history, with Rembrandt van Rijn’s The Night Watch as its most famous highlight. Thanks to interactive tours and family routes, the museum is a great choice for visitors of all ages. The museum is open daily from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Tickets are available through the website and cost €25.00. Children up to and including 18 years old can enter the museum for free.
Distance from Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Centre: 2.2 kilometres.
Distance from Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Landmark: 4 kilometres.
STRAAT Museum
The STRAAT Museum is the ultimate museum for street art and graffiti. The museum is located at the creative NDSM Wharf in Amsterdam-Noord, easily accessible by ferry from Amsterdam Central Station. In a huge former shipbuilding warehouse, you’ll find impressive large-scale works by internationally renowned street artists. The museum shows how street art has evolved from an illegal art form into a globally recognised form of art. The museum is open on Mondays from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. From Tuesday to Sunday, it is open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Tickets are available through the website and cost €21.50.
Distance from Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Centre: 4 kilometres.
Distance from Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Landmark: 6 kilometres.
NEMO Science Museum
NEMO Science Museum is the largest interactive science museum in the Netherlands. Across five floors filled with hands-on experiments, exhibitions and workshops, visitors can discover the fascinating world of science and technology. By carrying out experiments and taking part in workshops, you can discover how things such as energy, water power and light work. The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm. Tickets are available through the website and cost €21.50.
Distance from Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Centre: 1.5 kilometres.
Distance from Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Landmark: 2.1 kilometres.
Museum of the Canals
The Museum of the Canals takes you on an adventurous journey through 400 years of Amsterdam’s canal history. The museum is located in a beautiful historic canal house on the Herengracht. With an interactive audio tour and exhibitions, you’ll discover how Amsterdam’s iconic canals were created, why they are so important to the city and how they have shaped life in Amsterdam. The museum is open on Mondays from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. From Tuesday to Sunday, it is open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Tickets are available through the website and cost €18.50.
Distance from Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Centre: 1.3 kilometres.
Distance from Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Landmark: 4 kilometres.
Bols Cocktail Experience
The Bols Cocktail Experience is a combination of a museum, an interactive tour about the history of jenever and liqueurs, and a stylish cocktail bar. After the tour, you can learn how to make your own cocktails under the guidance of a professional bartender! The experience is open from Sunday to Thursday from 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm. On Fridays and Saturdays, it is open from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Tickets are available through the website and cost €34.50.
Distance from Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Centre: 2.6 kilometres.
Distance from Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Landmark: 4.5 kilometres.
Which museum in Amsterdam is right for you?
Which museum you choose mainly depends on your interests:
Art and Dutch history: Rijksmuseum
Street art and graffiti: STRAAT Museum
Science and activities for children: NEMO Science Museum
History of Amsterdam: Museum of the Canals
A unique activity for adults: Bols Cocktail Experience
Would you like to visit several museums? It’s a good idea to check where the museums are located in advance and plan your day carefully. From our hotels, several museums are easy to reach.
Staying in Amsterdam and visiting museums
A museum day is even more enjoyable when you don’t have to travel home on the same day. For example, stay at Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Centre, right in the heart of the city. From the hotel, you can easily walk to various attractions, shops, restaurants and museums.
Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Landmark is also a great base for your stay in Amsterdam. After a day filled with art, culture and new impressions, you can relax and enjoy your hotel stay.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which museum is close to Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Centre?
Several museums are easy to reach from Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Centre. The Museum of the Canals is approximately 1.3 kilometres away, NEMO Science Museum is approximately 1.5 kilometres away, and the Rijksmuseum is approximately 2.2 kilometres away.
Which museums are close to Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Landmark?
From Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Landmark, NEMO Science Museum is approximately 2.1 kilometres away. The Rijksmuseum is approximately 4 kilometres away, as is the Museum of the Canals.
Can I visit Amsterdam from a hotel in the city centre?
Yes. Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Centre is centrally located in Amsterdam and is a convenient base for a city trip. Many attractions, museums, shops and restaurants are easily accessible from the hotel.
Image sources: Het Rijksmuseum, STRAAT Museum, Nemo Science Museum, Museum of the Canals en Bols Cocktail Experience.
